Jaguar Mark IX

Jaguar Mark IX

Manufacturer Jaguar Cars

Production 1959–1961
10,005 produced

Predecessor Jaguar Mark VIII

Successor Jaguar Mark X

Class Large luxury car

Engine(s) 3781 cc, 220 hp (164 kW)

Wheelbase 120 in (3048 mm) [1]

Length 196.5 in (4991 mm)

Width 73 in (1854 mm)

Curb weight 4,000 lb (1,800 kg)

The Jaguar Mark IX (pronounced mark nine) was a large saloon car produced by Jaguar
Cars between 1959 and 1961. It replaced the previous Mark VIII, and indeed differed little in
exterior appearance except for the new model name. It was in turn replaced by the much
larger Mark X. Standard transmission was a four speed manual system: options included
overdrive or a Borg Warner three speed automatic box[2].

Internally, an enlarged-bore 3.8 L (231 in³) DOHC straight-6 replaced the previous 3.4 L (210
in³) unit. Four-wheel disc brakes and power steering were now standard equipment. The
vehicle's power and good brakes for a vehicle of the era, together with its impressive
appereance makes it quite a common choice for classic car circuit racing, such as at the
Goodwood Circuit's 'Revival' meetings.

A green example was featured prominently in Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo (film).

References
1. ^ Culshaw; Horrobin (1974). Complete Catalogue of British Cars. London: Macmillan. ISBN
0-333-16689-2.
2. ^ Gloor, Roger (1. Auflage 2007). Alle Autos der 50er Jahre 1945 - 1960. Stuttgart:
Motorbuch Verlag. ISBN 978-3-613-02808-1.

2. Langworth, Richard M. (ed.) (2001). The Complete Book of Collectable Cars. Publications
International, Ltd.. ISBN 0-7853-4313-X.

 This article incorporates text translated from the corresponding German Wikipedia
article as of 2008-02-25.

External links
 www.saloondata.com Volunteer register with records and photos of the Mk. IX